Fair season is here. And starting off the season nationwide is the San Diego County Fair -- also known as the Del Mar Fair to us long-time natives. This year's theme is Out of This World. I was expecting to see astronauts. No such luck. Greeting us at the door for this year's media preview party was... Continue Reading →
San Diego County Fair: Don’t Drink the Kool-Aid
I look forward to the San Diego County Fair media party each year. It's a chance to see some former coworkers, catch up and— of course— to sample the food. The problem with the media party— which is open to all people associated with the media in either radio, television, online or print— is that... Continue Reading →
And this is what they call death by fried food
Question: Is the Orange County fair a foodie paradise?Answer: Uh, not so much... unless it's based on pure and honest gluttony.How does one prepare for dinner at the fair? I'm half-starved after my usual late Thursday hours and the only thing eaten since lunch was a measly garden salad. The only relief is that the... Continue Reading →
My Burning Kitchen... on the road 